In-treatment needs of populations of Bac Giang town

ABSTRACT

The study surveyed the morbidity and hospital admission of Bac Giang city population in the year 2001, especially the prevalence of cancer. 3.000 households were enrolled in the study. Data were collected and interviews were conducted. Analysis showed people had a high demand of health care in hospital, especially with cancer management. 31.1% of urban population demanded a hospital admission. In 5 year period in the city, the cancer incidence was 158.9/100.000 people in average. The highest was in 50-69 age group, and this incidence was higher in male than female